A family-friendly cafe to linger and enjoy...
A tranquil location where we serve freshly cooked food most days of the week. Whether you come here just for the food, or as part of a longer walk, cycle ride or excursion on the river, we promise you a warm welcome!
By the Great Ouse in historic Willington
Our riverbank location offers fine views and we're only a short walk from the National Trust Dovecote and Stables at Willington
Drive, Cycle, Boat or Walk
We're located on the Willington Riverside Walk, specifically designed for leisure cycling and walking. Alternatively you can arrive by boat, or hire one of self-drive family friendly boats for an excursion on the river Great Ouse.
Keep the kids (of all ages) occupied...
We have a bouncy castle in the summer months and our extensive grounds house Ozzie, our European Eagle Owl. You can also hire bikes of all sizes and trailers to take the family for a leisurely ride along the river or the old railway track towards Sandy.
Or come and meet the Artful Dodger
Our wide beam barge is available for regular or chartered excursions along the River Great Ouse. Enjoy the scenery or take a packed lunch or book a fully catered dining cruise - it's up to you!
A historic site in beautiful countryside!
A Norwegian log cabin surrounded by woodland on the banks of The River
Great Ouse in Willington just east of Bedford,
Come for a meal and stay to make the most of the countryside.
Eat with us
We offer a full range of meals and snacks from breakfast through lunch and tea. Indulge with our fresh baked cakes, pastries and quiches or have a full hot meal, pizza or burger
About us
Our site has a long history dating back to Viking times and is a Scheduled Ancient Monument. Danes, navigating from as far away as the North Sea set up a camp to care for their ships here.
Bike and Boat Hire
Half way between Bedford and Sandy, we're ideally located for a leisure ride between the two for those who own their own cycles, or rent one for all the family from us
Wedding Hire and Catering
It's hard to think of a more scenic setting for your wedding or birthday party and we cater for all occasions in an unrivalled and, if you wish, exclusive setting
Diary Dates - coming soon
Whether it's open-air BBQ's, historic re-enactments, Open Mic nights or celebrations for Mother's Day, Father's Day or Hallowe'en, there's always something special coming up at Danish Camp.
How to find us
We have our own large car park, and are also accessible by cycle trail or river, so getting to us is very easy. See here how to do it